Meal in a Bag
Experience the ultimate convenience and flavor explosion with "Meal in a Bag," a hearty, all-in-one dinner that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual grilling days. This easy-to-make recipe combines seasoned ground beef (or turkey/chicken) with tender baby potatoes, vibrant green beans, sweet carrots, and a hint of smoky paprika—all cooked together in individual foil packets for effortless cleanup. The savory blend of soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce adds depth, while a touch of butter infuses richness into every bite. Whether baked in the oven or grilled to perfection, these customizable foil packets lock in flavor and moisture, delivering a wholesome, family-friendly meal in just under an hour. Ideal for meal prep or outdoor adventures, "Meal in a Bag" is your go-to recipe for a satisfying, no-fuss dinner! Keywords: meal in a bag, foil packet meals, easy dinner recipes, one-pan dinners, family-friendly meals, ground beef recipes, grilling recipes, quick weeknight dinners.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken)
- 2 cups baby potatoes
- 1 cup carrots, sliced into thin rounds
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 sheets (12 x 12 inches each) heavy-duty aluminum foil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or your grill to medium heat if grilling.
Wash the baby potatoes and cut them into quarters. Slice carrots into thin rounds and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, onions, minced garlic, olive oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well until evenly incorporated.
Tear four sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil (approximately 12 x 12 inches each). Lightly grease the center of each sheet with olive oil or nonstick cooking spray.
Divide the seasoned ground meat mixture evenly among the four sheets of foil, shaping it into a flat patty or mound in the center of each sheet.
Evenly distribute the potatoes, carrots, and green beans around the meat on each foil sheet.
Add a small pat of butter (about 1/2 tablespoon) on top of each meat-patty portion.
Bring the edges of the foil up to form a packet, folding and crimping the edges to seal tightly. Ensure no gaps remain to prevent juices from escaping during cooking.
Place the foil packets on a baking dish (for oven cooking) or directly onto the grill grates.
Cook for about 30-35 minutes, flipping the packets halfway through if grilling. The meat should be cooked through (internal temperature of 160°F for ground beef), and the vegetables should be tender.
Carefully remove the packets from the oven or grill. Allow them to rest for 2-3 minutes, then carefully open each packet to release steam.
Serve the meal directly from the foil or transfer it to plates. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
501 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.4 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.8 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 106 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 868 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 22.5 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 925 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
